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Grand Canyon of Texas
The second largest canyon in the country lies in the heart of the Texas Panhandle. Visit Palo Duro Canyon State Park; experience the canyon's rugged beauty and enjoy its colorful history.
Things to Do
Explore the canyon by foot, mountain bike, horse or car. We have more than 30 miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails. Camp, geocache, study nature or bird watch. During the summer, enjoy a performance of the outdoor musical drama TEXAS.
Choose from campsites with water and electricity, primitive drive-up sites, equestrian sites, or backpack camping areas. Stay in one of three cabins on the canyon’s rim or four limited service cabins on the canyon floor. Rent our new pavilion for a wedding, reunion or meeting.
Stop by the Visitor Center on the canyon rim to learn more about the park. The park store at the Visitor Center sells books, pottery, jewelry and more. Look for souvenirs, snacks and meals at The Trading Post on the canyon floor.
Trails and backpack campsites may close during wet weather.
Grand Canyon of Texas
The second largest canyon in the country lies in the heart of the Texas Panhandle. Visit Palo Duro Canyon State Park; experience the canyon's rugged beauty and enjoy its colorful history.
Things to Do
Explore the canyon by foot, mountain bike, horse or car. We have more than 30 miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails. Camp, geocache, study nature or bird watch. During the summer, enjoy a performance of the outdoor musical drama TEXAS.
Choose from campsites with water and electricity, primitive drive-up sites, equestrian sites, or backpack camping areas. Stay in one of three cabins on the canyon’s rim or four limited service cabins on the canyon floor. Rent our new pavilion for a wedding, reunion or meeting.
Stop by the Visitor Center on the canyon rim to learn more about the park. The park store at the Visitor Center sells books, pottery, jewelry and more. Look for souvenirs, snacks and meals at The Trading Post on the canyon floor.
Trails and backpack campsites may close during wet weather.
source: Texas Parks & Wildlife
Primary Trail Type: Cross-Country
eBikes Allowed:
Yes
Land Status: State Park
google parking directions Access Info:
The park is located about 12 miles east of Canyon on State Highway 217. From Amarillo, take Interstate 27 south to State Highway 217, and go east eight miles.
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- Mountain Bike
51 trails
- E-Bike
52 trails
- Horse
5 trails
- Hike
52 trails
- Trail Running
52 trails
Region Details
- 7
- 1
- 18
- 21
- 4
Region Status
Open as of Aug 25, 2024Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 58
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 51
- Trails E-Bike
- 52
- Trails Horse
- 5
- Trails Hike
- 52
- Trails Trail Running
- 52
- Total Distance
- 49 miles
- Total Descent
- 3,507 ft
- Total Vertical
- 746 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 3,479 ft
- Reports
- 358
- Photos
- 196
- Ridden Counter
- 9,664
Popular Palo Duro Canyon State Park Trails
Mountain Bike Routes
| title | rating | distance |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 Palo Duro Marathon Lap 1 & 2 | 13 miles | |
| 2023 PDC XCM loop | 17 miles | |
| 2023 Palo Duro Marathon Laps 1 & 2 | 16 miles | |
| race | 17 miles | |
| 16 mile Palo Duro Canyon State Park Ride | popular ridelog | 16 miles |
| 18 mile Palo Duro Canyon State Park Ride | popular ridelog | 18 miles |
| 26 mile Palo Duro Canyon State Park Trials Ride | popular ridelog | 26 miles |
| 11 mile Palo Duro Canyon State Park Ride | popular ridelog | 11 miles |
| 8 mile Palo Duro Canyon State Park Ride | popular ridelog | 8 miles |
| 6 mile Palo Duro Canyon State Park Ride | popular ridelog | 6 miles |
Photos of Palo Duro Canyon State Park Mountain Bike
trail: Rock Garden
8 |
Dec 16, 2024 @ 10:22pm
Dec 16, 2024
trail: Rock Garden
5 |
Dec 16, 2024 @ 10:22pm
Dec 16, 2024
trail: Rock Garden
5 |
Dec 16, 2024 @ 10:22pm
Dec 16, 2024
trail: Rock Garden
4 |
Dec 16, 2024 @ 10:21pm
Dec 16, 2024
trail: Juniper/Cliffside Trail
12 |
Oct 14, 2024 @ 6:03am
Oct 14, 2024Videos of Palo Duro Canyon State Park Mountain Bike
0:40 |
97 |
May 13, 2024 , Canyon
12:00 |
132 |
May 3, 2023
trail: Rock Garden
10:13 |
873 |
Feb 23, 2021 , Canyon
trail: Upper Comanche
19:40 |
1184 |
Feb 23, 2021 , Canyon
trail: Lower Comanche
19:40 |
467 |
Feb 23, 2021 , Canyon
8:13 |
565 |
May 2, 2020 , Canyon
6:26 |
956 |
May 2, 2020 , Canyon
trail: Rock Garden
17:06 |
1152 |
Feb 15, 2018 , Canyon
Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Garden | Aug 25, 2024 @ 6:13am Aug 25, 2024 | Very Dry | Jasonql1Ca8 | ||
| Rojo Grande Trail | Aug 4, 2024 @ 8:31pm Aug 4, 2024 | Dry | dcamp1832 | ||
| Sunflower Trail | Aug 4, 2024 @ 8:29pm Aug 4, 2024 | Dry | dcamp1832 | ||
| Cottonwood Trail | Aug 4, 2024 @ 8:27pm Aug 4, 2024 | Wet | dcamp1832 | ||
| Juniper/Cliffside Trail | Apr 29, 2024 @ 4:51pm Apr 29, 2024 | Dry | j4ckn1ch0ls | ||
| Comanche South | Apr 29, 2024 @ 4:51pm Apr 29, 2024 | Dry | j4ckn1ch0ls | ||
| Lower Comanche (Blue) | Apr 29, 2024 @ 4:51pm Apr 29, 2024 | Dry | j4ckn1ch0ls | ||
| Lower Comanche | Apr 29, 2024 @ 4:51pm Apr 29, 2024 | Dry | j4ckn1ch0ls | ||
| Middle Comanche | Apr 29, 2024 @ 4:51pm Apr 29, 2024 | Dry | j4ckn1ch0ls | ||
| Paseo del Rio Alternatate Spur | Apr 30, 2024 @ 6:53am Apr 30, 2024 | Dry | j4ckn1ch0ls |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gwysocz1 | wishlist | trail | activity #63866828 | Dec 31, 2024 @ 5:12pm Dec 31, 2024 |
| JustinSEECNC | wishlist | route | activity #63861508 | Dec 31, 2024 @ 3:30pm Dec 31, 2024 |
| Bradford-Singlespeed | wishlist | region | activity #63658192 | Dec 28, 2024 @ 7:29am Dec 28, 2024 |
| mJW6hWT3 | ridden | trail | activity #63363054 | Dec 22, 2024 @ 8:00am Dec 22, 2024 |
| gerkenator | add | photo | activity #63230370 and 3 more | Dec 16, 2024 @ 10:21pm Dec 16, 2024 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| trail | I loved this trail - on my electric MTB! Even... | Dec 16, 2024 @ 10:17pm Dec 16, 2024 | ||
| trail | Such a fun, beautiful trail! Had it to... | Oct 31, 2024 @ 10:51am Oct 31, 2024 | ||
| trail | sand is very deep, at the moment difficult due... | Sep 3, 2023 @ 6:12am Sep 3, 2023 | ||
| trail | Fun trail that goes either direction. Great... | Jan 5, 2023 @ 7:43am Jan 5, 2023 | ||
| trail | Trails are in very good shape for the most... | Dec 30, 2021 @ 10:18am Dec 30, 2021 |
Nearby Areas
| name | distance | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merus Adventure Trails | 18 | 19 | 6 | 1 | 10.8 km |
| Canyon Trails at Buffalo Hill | 8 | 3 | 15.9 km | ||
| Rich Klein Park | 2 | 17.6 km | |||
| 9th Street Trails | 7 | 23.7 km |
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Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | ridelogs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain Bike | 51 | 43 miles | 3,248 ft | 11 miles | 715 ft | #904 | #484 | 197 | 358 | 4 | 5,279 | |
| E-Bike | 52 | 44 miles | 3,274 ft | 12 miles | 715 ft | #349 | #133 | 356 | 98 | |||
| Horse | 5 | 10 miles | 673 ft | 3 miles | 449 ft | #326 | #253 | 68 | 1 | |||
| Hike | 52 | 44 miles | 3,120 ft | 11 miles | 715 ft | #750 | #475 | 9 | 353 | 411 | ||
| Trail Running | 52 | 44 miles | 3,120 ft | 11 miles | 715 ft | #751 | #470 | 353 | 75 |
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